Follow these steps for perfect results
French Bread
cut into chunks
Evaporated Milk
Whole Milk
Sugar
Melted Butter
melted
Eggs
Vanilla Extract
Sliced Almonds
sliced
Raisins
Cut bread into chunks and place in a mixing bowl.
Pour evaporated milk and half of the whole milk over the bread.
Allow bread to soak for 5-6 hours, or until softened.
Add more milk if needed until bread is soft and absorbed.
Pour in sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Mix all ingredients together with a spoon.
Add raisins and sliced almonds.
Pour mixture into a greased baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 1 hour.
Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use brioche or challah bread.
Add a splash of rum or bourbon for an extra kick.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve warm in a bowl or slice into squares and arrange on a plate.
Serve warm.
Top with caramel sauce.
Dust with powdered sugar.
Enhances the sweetness.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular dessert in Cuban cuisine, often made with leftover bread.
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